A look back at the 2017 AAFA Executive Summit: In case you missed it, the 2017 AAFA Executive Summit earlier this month brought together more than 200 apparel and footwear industry executives and other exciting, influential voices in Washington. It was a great week for thoughtful conversation, networking, and inspiring ideas from rebels, influencers, and transformers! Mark your calendars for the 2018 Summit back at the Watergate Hotel February 28 to March 2, 2018! Click here to view photos from the event, and check out this recap in Footwear News.

We need you! Complete your Annual Survey of Manufacturers questionnaire: The U.S. Census Bureau's 2016 Annual Survey of Manufacturers (ASM) survey will be in your mailbox soon. This year, for the first time, you can respond electronically. Your responses are important and play a vital role in policymaking and forecasting, including AAFA's own statistical reporting and publications. Note that your questionnaire is confidential. Please do your part by completing your Annual Survey of Manufacturers (ASM) survey today.

Meet AAFA’s Brand Protection Council (BPC): Charged with helping to protect U.S. branded products against cheap imitations that are flooding the marketplace, AAFA’s BPC is composed of legal, brand enforcement, and marketing representatives from AAFA member companies. The next BPC conference call for members takes place March 27. Contact membership@aafaglobal.org to learn more.

See all of AAFA’s latest letters, comments, and testimony here.